Serving 24 students in grades 6-12, Galveston Co Detention Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galveston Co Detention Center's student population of 24 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galveston Co Detention Center ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galveston Co Detention Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galveston Co Detention Center's ranking?
Galveston Co Detention Center is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Galveston Co Detention Center?
24 students attend Galveston Co Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Galveston Co Detention Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galveston Co Detention Center?
Galveston Co Detention Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galveston Co Detention Center offer ?
Galveston Co Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Galveston Co Detention Center part of?
Galveston Co Detention Center is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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